Building Inspector II

Performs skilled inspection work to ensure compliance with municipal ordinances and regulations governing new and existing commercial, residential and industrial construction.

1. Conducts on-site inspections to ensure new and remodeled residential, commercial and industrial construction is in compliance with existing building codes including electrical, plumbing, gas, HVAC, and structural.

2. Meets with the public, developers, builders, etc. to answer questions related to codes and their application.

3. Reviews and resolves problems, complaints or violations as referred by the supervisor or as the result of a call-in or referral.

4. Records and reports on daily inspection activities on the department computer system.

5. Reviews various construction documents and ensures construction activities comply with these documents and adopted codes and ordinances as well as interpretations made by Plan Review and Management.

6. Conducts compliance inspections for signs, swimming pools, water and sewer connections, set-back restrictions, etc.

7. Receives and completes special projects assignments related to ordinance compliance.

8. Ensures that code/ordinance interpretations made by Plan Review and Management translate directly to the field inspection operation.

9. Ensures construction plans are reviewed and construction activities are monitored and inspected throughout process for code compliance.

10. Ensures code compliance questions are answered to the satisfaction of all involved and interested individuals.

11. Ensures daily activity reports are properly recorded and maintained.

12. Ensures code violations, complaints and problems are adequately reviewed and resolved with supervisor involvement as needed.

13. Ensures inspections are accomplished in a timely and accurate manner.

14. Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.

15. Regular and timely attendance are required for this position.

16. Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers and others in the course of daily work.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES 

• Must have knowledge of arithmetic to compute measurements taken in the field and perform computations required by construction codes.

• Must have knowledge of city building codes and ordinances, laws and regulations concerning building new and remodeled construction.  

• Must be able to perform a high percentage of tasks independently without supervisory assistance.

• Must have an aptitude for brainstorming and problem solving.

• Must be a team player who is able to work in a fast-paced environment with deadlines.  

• Ability to provide excellent customer service including a desire to help customers regardless of their circumstance.

• Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas in writing, as well as through speech, so others will understand.

• Ability to communicate with internal and external customers and possess excellent customer service skills.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS 

High school diploma or equivalent plus three years of construction related experience is required or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. 

Possession of one or more model code certifications is preferred. 

Possession of State of Texas Plumbing Inspector’s License is preferred.  Individual must obtain state license within one year after date of hire.

Individual must pass a credit check, Federal/National background check and have a valid Texas driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy.

Must pass a pre-employment basic physical, drug screen, functional assessment screening (Level 1), Titmus vision screening and an Ishihara vision screening.

WORKING CONDITIONS 

While performing the essential functions of this position, there will be routine and frequent exposure to:

•             Bright/dim light

•             Dusts and pollen

•             Extreme heat and/or cold

•             Wet or humid conditions

•             Extreme noise levels

•             Animals/wildlife

•             Vibration

•             Fumes and/or noxious odors

•             Traffic

•             Moving machinery

•             Electrical shock

•             Heights

•             Toxic/caustic chemicals

•             Explosives

•             Other extreme hazards not listed above

Safety equipment such as gloves, goggles, hard hats, safety vests, steel-toe boots, back support belts, and seat belts are provided and must be worn as required by department procedures and good safety practices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

This job entails moderate physical labor, which requires strength and agility.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell.  The employee must occasionally lift, shovel, and carry 35 to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change.